Suikoden I & II
| Suikoden I & II | |
|---|---|
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| Developer(s) | Konami |
| Publisher(s) | Konami |
| Series | Suikoden |
| Platform(s) | |
| Release | PlayStation Portable
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| Genre(s) | Role-playing |
| Mode(s) | Single player |
Suikoden I & II (Japanese: 幻想水滸伝I&II) is a compilation video game containing the first two games in the Suikoden series, Suikoden (1995) and Suikoden II (1998) for the PlayStation Portable. Konami announced the game in the fourth quarter of 2005, and the compilation was released on 23 February 2006. Both games are combined in one Universal Media Disc (UMD), in which the player can choose which Suikoden game they want to play, as well as a third choice which is "Gallery" (ギャラリー).
A high definition English localization version of the compilation, under the title Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars was announced on 16 September 2022. It includes graphical improvements such as enhanced backgrounds and redrawn portraits, new and enhanced sound effects, new world map system, and quality of life features such as a fast-forward toggle for battles. It was originally scheduled for a worldwide release in 2023 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Windows and Xbox One[1][2][3] but on 30 August 2023, it was announced that the remaster has been delayed.[4] On 27 August 2024, it was announced that the remaster has been rescheduled for a 6 March 2025 release date and will also have versions for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.[5]
Development
[edit]Several changes from the original versions were made for this compilation. The player is now able to move their character diagonally inside places and over the world map. Graphics have been slightly enhanced and redone to fit widescreen. This includes an extension of some places which were designed for PAL and NTSC televisions.
Reception
[edit]Suikoden I & II sold 21,707 copies in Japan, considered low based on the critical reception of the original games.[6]
References
[edit]- ^ Romano, Sal (16 September 2022). "Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars announced for PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC". Gematsu. Archived from the original on 1 October 2023. Retrieved 9 July 2023.
- ^ Hagues, Alana (16 September 2022). "Konami Is Bringing Suikoden I & II Back With HD Remasters On Switch Next Year". Nintendo Life. Archived from the original on 29 November 2022. Retrieved 16 September 2022.
- ^ Skrebels, Joe (16 September 2022). "Suikoden 1 and 2: Konami's Cult Classic RPGs are Being Remastered". IGN. Archived from the original on 3 June 2023. Retrieved 16 September 2022.
- ^ @Suikoden (30 August 2023). "Important information regarding Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: https://konami.com/games/genso/rem/1_2/us/en-us/" (Tweet). Retrieved 30 August 2023 – via Twitter.
- ^ @Suikoden (27 August 2024). "A beloved RPG adventure returns March 6, 2025 ✨ Pre-order #Suikoden I&II HD Remaster Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars NOW on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X" (Tweet). Retrieved 27 August 2024 – via Twitter.
- ^ Boulette, Bryan (7 February 2012). "Editorials - Crunching Numbers: PSP RPGs". RPGamer. Archived from the original on 7 February 2012. Retrieved 19 December 2021.